Vintage Watches

From The Literary Digest for May 17, 1924 page 64

Although only about six months have passed since Elgin offered the Railroad Watch. The New "B.W. Raymond," has gained an acceptance unusual in a short time. Part of this is unquestionably due to the fact that this new watch comes as the successor to the earlier Elgin "Raymond." which has so long enjoyed the high regard of the railroad man. But it si not to be overlooked that this new Elgin Railroad Watch, "B. W. Raymond," is a remarkable timepiece in its own right.
Balance Wheel — new Elgin design. Extremely close compensation in different temperatures. Mainspring—extra long,giving a safety margin of many hours' excess running power. (more...)

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Some features to look out for on a pocket watch are as follows: enamel decoration on the case, purity of the gold and the maker's name. Pocket watches cases were often made in 14 carat gold, but 18 carat was also used and this was usually reserved for a better quality movement. Any late nineteenth-century pocket watch has a small chance of being a rarity, the seventeenth century, was a period when although watchmakers cooperated with jewelers, enamelers and engravers, there is always a feeling of uniqueness about every piece. Possessing such a pocket watch must be a real pleasure! (more...)

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Rockford Watch Co. produced a small number of high-grade watches. This company had a major focus on railroad watches and many watches are labeled "RG" for Rail­road Grade. (more...)

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Pocket watches were the trend before wrist watches became popular during the 16th century. Such watches were usually attached to a chain which allowed these to cling on to a man’s waistcoat, belt loop or the lapel. (more...)

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